The Jimmy V Award for perseverance is annually given to a deserving member of the sporting world who has overcome great obstacles through perseverance and determination...
No one this season has embodied that more than Liam Hendriks, the White Sox emotional closer set to receive the award at this year ESPYs.
But Hendriks refused to be defeated, going through chemotherapy treatments while continuing to throw from the mound. He maintained a positive attitude that not only impressed his teammates, but helped him persevere through four months of treatment until he was announced cancer free last April.
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